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Mixed-Use Retail and Residential Building
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$529,000

1115 Franklin Street, Michigan City, IN 46360

MULTI_FAMILY - Michigan City, IN

Property Size5,737 SF
Lot Size0.06 Acres
Price / SF$92.21
Days on Market136

Property Features for 1115 Franklin Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Rooms Basement
Parking features On Street
Basement Full
Appliances Gas Range, Refrigerator
Subdivision Land Companys Add
Lot features Corner Lot
View City
Directions North on Franklin from Highway 20
Standard status Active
APN 460129466015000022
Size 5,737 SF
Lot size 0.06 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description 42-01-29-466-015 LAND CO 23-1/2 FT S SD LTS 12 & 13 BLK 95 & 23-1/2 FT S SD LT 9 EX 15 FT W SD LT 9 BLK 95
Tax Annual Amount 4618
Legal Description 42-01-29-466-015 LAND CO 23-1/2 FT S SD LTS 12 & 13 BLK 95 & 23-1/2 FT S SD LT 9 EX 15 FT W SD LT 9 BLK 95

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Natural Gas, Forced Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1900
Listing Agency: Blackrock Real Estate Services
Listed By: Kimberly Fowler
Added: Mar 17 Changed: Jul 28 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 11:06AM
MLS# 835608

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This mixed-use building includes a street-level retail space with two residential apartments above it, plus a separate carriage house on the property. The configuration supports combined commercial and residential income use under one ownership structure. Reported improvements include a new roof completed in 2024, a furnace, and a 200 amp electrical service, along with other updates and improvements noted in the listing.

The property is located at 1115 Franklin Street in downtown Michigan City, Indiana. It is described as being one block from the south shore train station, placing it within a walkable, transit-adjacent corridor.

All units are currently rented with active leases in place, and the listing states that the retail space and both apartments are fully leased. One of the apartments has been completely renovated with modern finishes, and the property’s layout offers practical options for tenants or operators seeking a mixed-use asset that includes both retail and residential living space.

Key Highlights

  • Fully leased mixed‑use building with street‑level retail plus two residential apartments above
  • New roof installed in 2024; furnace and 200 amp service included
  • One of the residential apartments has been completely renovated with modern finishes

Financial Insights For Apartment 5plus

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $86.1k $15.00
− Vacancy −$2.2k −$0.38
EGI $83.9k $14.63
− OpEx −$37.8k −$6.58
NOI $46.1k $8.04
5,737 SF · lease $15.00/SF/yr · vacancy 2.50% · expense 45.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$771.9K
$675.4K – $900.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $54,030 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.21%
Second Best
Multifamily LT 5
$756.1K
$661.6K – $882.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $52,924 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.00%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$1.59M
$1.40M – $1.86M (±1% cap)
NOI $111,643 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 21.10%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Garden Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Locksmith Catering Service Computer & Electronic Repair

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units
100%
Occupancy
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

982
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 46360, IN

44,209
Population
21,652
Households
2
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
23%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
76.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
577
Density / Sq Mi
$59,641
Median Household Income
$36,738
Median Earnings
$924
Median Rent
$155,900
Median Home Value

Market

Properties on Market for Mixed-use properties in Michigan City

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Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Mixed-use property with street-level retail, two apartments, and a carriage house, with recent exterior and mechanical updates.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 1115 Franklin Street Michigan City, IN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $529,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Fully leased mixed‑use building with street‑level retail plus two residential apartments above; New roof installed in 2024; furnace and 200 amp service included; One of the residential apartments has been completely renovated with modern finishes
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